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    Tomatillo Taco Joint

    3.2 (175 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Tex-Mex
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Shrimp Enchilada
    Selenia M.

    I'm not sure how long this establishment has been open, but I'm so disappointed I have not tried them sooner. Their food is amazing. I order online, and it's ready by the time I arrive. I've had the same thing twice, which was the shrimp enchiladas with salsa roja (spicy). You have a choice of black beans or pinto beans, cilantro lime rice or dirty rice. I chose the dirty rice along with the pinto beans. It also came with a lemonade, because of the total. $22 for the enchiladas along with chips and guac. A little pricey but well worth it flavor wise. The lemonade was sweet and tangy. And I absolutely love their guacamole. It's an amazing portion, topped with a little bit of pico and the chips are freshly made. They have a pretty extensive menu. I believe they offer vegan ground "beef", but it isn't listed on the app I use to place my order. I highly recommend this establishment. Perhaps I will branch off and try something else the next time but their enchiladas are pretty tasty!

    Steak Create Your Own Burrito Bowl
    Allison C.

    Tomatillo is one of those places I've been driving past for years on trips to New Haven and always wondered what it was like! I needed something quick but not too filling to eat before an event, so my fiancé and I stopped here. It wasn't anything too crazy, but it served what we were looking for in the moment. The salsas were pretty yummy! The rice and steak were just okay, I think they could've used more flavor.

    Shrimp tacos
    Semora R.

    Tomatillo is one of my favorite places because not only can I order easily from UberEats, when I come in they remember my order easily. I enjoy the burrito bowl and the mango coolada, and both are prepared exactly how I like every time.

    Build Create Your Own Tacos
    Christina A.

    I really liked Tomatillo! I stopped here after an event in downtown New Haven with a friend. We both got a build your own bowl which was super yummy. I love a good burrito bowl that's packed with toppings. They were close to closing time so they didn't have the full selection of toppings, but we made the best of it! Definitely a great spot for takeout.

    Create Your Own Burrito Bowl (Chicken burrito bowl)
    Ashley R.

    Tomatillo has been a favorite of mine for years! Located right in downtown making it so convenient when I use to work downtown. The owner and staff are always so sweet! Chicken Burrito bowls are always my go to and I get them loaded with everything. Pair this with their pina colladas and churros and lunch is a done deal!

    Really satisfying chicken nacho platter, I enjoyed it immensely.

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    7 years ago

    Always delicious with fast delivery! Good fresh ingredients, never had an incorrect order or a meal that wasn't great here.

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    I can never get enough of their shrimp quesadillas!! Their food is always fresh, and they are stingy with the food!

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    6 years ago

    I order Uber eats and Never again, cheese tasted old and had a funky smell. Nacho was way too salty.

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    12 years ago

    I missed bulldog burrito but tomatillo does a great job. Get the Jamaica tea... So good. You can't find real hibiscus tea anywhere else.

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    Cockroaches. Food was served cold. Need I say more? Not worth it for a lame chipotle imitation.

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    11 years ago

    Ordered delivery online via Yelp/EatStreet at 10:55PM on a Sunday and it never came. I called them at least 5 times.

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    Get better drivers. I love the place but it was an hour wait, my tacos were cold and soggy.

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    This place was AMAZING! Decoration was great, service was making fast and friendly staff and the…read morefood was to die for!! we tried margaritas, seasonal drinks, empanadas, tacos and the quesabirria. Everything was a 10/10! If you're in the area you HAVE to check this place out

    1/2 -- 4.5/5 We…read morestopped at Vivaz in Downtown New Haven for my brother's 40th birthday -- small group of five of us. It was close to 11 PM on a Wednesday, and after trying multiple spots that claimed their kitchens were open until midnight (Google lied ), VivaZ came through. We were greeted right away and seated quickly. Our server was patient, knowledgeable, and very considerate of food preferences at the table -- huge plus there, especially that late at night. Food I ordered the chicken empanadas -- they were big, filled with chicken and cheese, tasty but a little too oily for my preference. I'd love a drier, crispier shell, but I'd still try them again. My brother ordered the shrimp nachos and those were excellent -- loaded, flavorful, and honestly better than the empanadas in my opinion. My cousin got the same nachos and loved them too. A friend ordered the short rib empanadillas and didn't enjoy them. He sent them back and swapped for chicken, which he liked much more. Appreciate that the staff had no issue making the change. Drinks I had an Ilegal Mezcal shot -- my go-to when I'm at a Mexican spot -- and it hit like it always does. My brother's strawberry margarita was also a winner. Overall Friendly service, good food, great energy even late on a weekday. The fact that they were open and accommodating when nothing else was is major. Would we return? Absolutely. Rating: 4.5/5

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    Geronimo Tequila Bar & Southwest Grill

    Geronimo Tequila Bar & Southwest Grill

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    So fun! As a San Diegan, I didn't have high expectations for Mexican food in New Haven. But this…read moreplace was legit! I got fish tacos (I know, I know) - but they were actually super tasty. 3 for $20. You have to add on a few dollars if you want either sliced avocado or guac. I did avocado and they were super generous with it. Also, my cocktail was great. They have lots of different tequilas and Mezcals. I got the Julep that was made with Illegal mezcal, which I recently had back at home and was yummy. The drink was perfectly made and super yummy. They were also very nice here. The manager came over (John? I blame my faulty memory on the mezcal). He said that he orders lots of different tequilas and was happy to hear I enjoyed it. He and lots of the servers were also Mexican American. So who knew? You can actually get good fish tacos and Mezcal here in New Haven, Connecticut. I'm hoping to try other restaurants while I'm here but otherwise will come back here happily! (oh, and the patio is covered, which is great for a rainy day!)

    We were sharing stories with classmates on reunion weekend. There was a line across the street but…read morenone here.....for good reason. The restaurant is loud and becomes a tequila shot bar in the evening. But, there are only two dirty, unisex bathrooms. The oversized, overweight, over aggressive bouncers enforce a time limit in the bathrooms...with vigor. We saw someone complain about the bouncer's and pounding on the door get tossed.....physically. YES, THIS BAR EMPLOYEES PHYSICALLY ABUSIVE BOUNCERS! Best for any decent person to avoid this hole and tell your student kids to stay away. We considered calling the cops but didn't want to miss the quality time and events with classmates elsewhere as it was our 25th REUNION! Way to improve the neighborhood, New Haven! Anyone with common sense should stay away from Geronimo's violence-provoking Tequila Bar.

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